Birthday
Kofi Annan
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan was born on 8 April 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana, and died on 18 August 2018 in Bern, Switzerland. He was a Ghanaian diplomat and the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN). Kofi Annan served two terms as Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006 and was highly regarded for his efforts to bring about a more peaceful and just world.
During his tenure as UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan sought to reform the organisation and strengthen its role in world politics. He played a crucial role in formulating and promoting the Millennium Development Goals, which aim to reduce poverty, hunger, disease and other global challenges by 2015. In 2001 , Kofi Annan and the United Nations were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize .
After his time at the United Nations, Kofi Annan established the Kofi Annan Foundation , which works for a more just and peaceful world by promoting good governance and sustainable development. Annan continued to act as a mediator and advisor in various international conflicts and crises and was revered for his efforts to bring peace and reconciliation to many parts of the world.
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- Julian Lennon, * 8 April 1963 in Liverpool, musician, John Lennon's son.
- Robin Wright, * 8 April 1966 in Dallas, actress, "House of Cards" leading lady.
- Patricia Arquette, * 8 April 1968 in Chicago, actress, "Boyhood" Oscar winner.
- John Havlicek, * 8 April 1940 in Martins Ferry, † 25 April 2019, basketball player, NBA-
Saint's day
- Walter ("the ruler")
- Beate ( lat: "the blessed one")
Weather Proverb
If it is beautiful around Amandus, the summer will see no drought.
Quote of the day
The ground on which all our knowledge and science rests is the inexplicable. (Arthur Schopenhauer)
Daily aspects
This square can bring irritability, restlessness, lack of balance, violent behavior, and too much passion at the expense of others' wants. It can give way to a contradictory nature. You are also prone to injury and really need to be careful around firearms and sharp knives.
This aspect between Pluto and Mercury can make you think about reincarnation and life after death. You may deal with taxes and joint finances, and come to good solutions cencerning them. It is a time to focus on weeding out negative thinking, and replacing it with good thoughts that can attract goodness in your life.
This aspect between Mercury and Jupiter gives you a cheerful outlook on life and a feeling of optimism. Your mind is influential during this time. You reason, are generous, have a talent for speaking, enjoy discussions, love socializing, have organizational skills, a fertile imagination, and a thirst for knowledge. Enjoy studies, as well as travelling, and you should have a positive outcome when dealing with doctors, as well as lawyers.
It's easy to get irritated and moody. Family disputes can occur every day. You will experience difficulty in finding peace. You will feel confused, as you will not fully be able to think with your head, or feel with your heart. Choosing clothes to wear for the day may be difficult, as you may find it hard deciding on whether you want to wear a more feminine or masculine look.
This transit can cause you to feel emotionally violent and aggressive. You may want to lash out, especially if you are female, to anyone who oppresses you, from your husband to your boss. There may be disagreements over joint finances, inheritances, alimony and taxes. If your pet shows any signs of illness, it's best to take it to the vet.
This square can cause you to feel very lazy. You may just want to lie on the couch all day eating chips and ice cream, and drinking soda after soda. It's not a good time to invest money in any sort of real estate, or home décor, or renovations. It's also not a good time for any sort of risk taking or gambling, as your emotions will get too involved. If you are female, you may experience pain in the womb, hips and lower back while having your period.
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